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It’s Cool to be Healthy! The Effect of Perceived Coolness on the Adoption of Fitness Bands and Health Behaviour
No full textContemporary technology success is frequently associated with the competitive advantage of being cool. A fitness band is one of thesmart wearable devices promoting health behaviours, which is one of the cool lifestyle trends in modern societies. Although past research established the profound effects of coolness on user technology acceptance, the influencing role in fostering health behaviour remained obscure. To bridge the existing literature gap, the current study aims to examine the perception of coolness as a higher-order construct with multiple dimensions, namely originality, attractiveness, and sub-cultural appeals, by investigating the direct effect on fitness band adoption and indirect influence on users’ health behaviour. An online survey was conducted on 280 fitness band users, and the data was subsequently analysed via the Partial Least Squares-Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM). The study results demonstrated that the perceived coolness of fitness bands significantly affects users’ device adoption levels, which subsequently influence personal health behaviour. This study thus contributes to health communication research by testing the coolness concept and developing the diffusioninnovation framework from current human-computer interaction literature. The findings would guide future developers of fitness bands to emphasise the coolness functions for higher degrees of adoption and positive impact on society
Investigating Job Mismatch in Software Industry through News Big Data
No full textThe purpose of this study is to identify issues related to software manpower, which became more important in the era of the FourthIndustrial Revolution in Korea. The results of this study can provide guidelines for those who establish software manpower training policies for solving the software industry’s human resource paradox. As for the research method, the quantitative text network and qualitative analyses from industry experts were used to interpret the results. A total of 14,752 news data mentioning software manpower were extracted, and data pre-processing for the synonyms and negative words were performed. The network was non-directional and consisted of 14,074 words (nodes) and 1,542,383 word combinations (edges). In addition, the network was clustered based on Modularity, and the degree of connection and eigenvector centrality were used to determine the importance of nodes. The analysis of the results showed that the government’s efforts through the Korean Ministry of Science and ICT were vital in creating jobs that fueled software innovation growth, and that software education was actively promoted to develop software talent. This study had the following implications. It was confirmed that software is making a high contribution to the expansion of business opportunities and job creation in the fields of new technology and software convergence technology. To resolve the software manpower supply-demand mismatch, it is necessary to cultivate high-quality software talent and provide mid- to long-term activities to attract competent human resources. In addition, it is necessary to develop and expand programs that link education and recruitment in terms of public-private cooperation along with government-led investment to strengthen national software competitiveness
DRUG TRAFFICKING FROM THAILAND’S GOLDEN TRIANGLE REGION AND ITS IMPLICATIONS ON MALAYSIA’S POLITICAL SECURITY
No full textOrganized crime syndicates are fuelling the dangerous and profitable world of drug trafficking making Southeast Asia sufferedthe consequences for centuries. The spread of opium by Chinese immigrants in the 1700s led to a devastating increase in drug addiction and trafficking. Uncontrolled opium smuggling was rampant, forcing the British government to act and ban the drug in 1952. Since Malaysia’s formation in 1963, the government has fought back with legal and enforcement measures, but drug trafficking from Thailand’s Golden Triangle has remained a serious threat to national security. This research paper investigates the drug trafficking situation in Malaysia and exposes the sinister threat that illicit drug entry poses to the country’s safety. Drawing upon primary data from interviews with enforcement officers, drug research experts, and academics, this qualitative study demonstrates that despite efforts to stop drug smuggling from the Golden Triangle, these criminal activities persist and endanger Malaysia’s political security
KEBIJAKSANAAN DAN STRATEGI KEUSAHAWANAN ISLAM PASCA COVID-19 (Post Covid-19 Islamic Entrepreneurial Wisdom and Strategy)
No full textPandemik Covid-19 yang melanda pada awal tahun 2020 telah memberi impak besar kepada majoriti usahawan di Malaysia. Situasi pandemik yang berlarutan sejak tahun 2020 ini telah mencetuskan kelembapan ekonomi negara terutama kepada peniaga dan usahawan mikro, kecil dan sederhana. Pendekatan strategik dan dinamik yang ditekankan dalam agama Islam dilihat dapat memberi penyelesaian kepada individu dan usahawan yang berhadapan dengan kemelut ekonomi ketika dan pasca pandemik Covid-19. Kajian konseptual digunakan bagi mengenal pasti konsep kebijaksanaan strategi tokoh Islam iaitu dari sudut prinsip, etika, pengetahuan dan spiritual bagi menyelesaikan permasalahan pengurusan perniagaan dalam mendepani isu pandemik Covid-19. Kaedah dokumentasi digunakan untuk mendapatkan data yang berkaitan dengan kebijaksanaan strategi tokoh Islam dengan merujuk kepada Al-Quran, Hadis dan sejarah Islam sebagai sumber autentik dalam membina konsep ini. Strategi yang dibentuk ini mengutarakan kebijaksanaan tindakan usahawan Islam berteraskan panduan Illahi melalui prinsip, etika, pengetahuan dan spiritual. Kesimpulannya, konsep strategi yang diketengahkan dalam kajian ini wajar diikuti oleh para usahawan Muslim masa kini untuk menempa kejayaan berteraskan perspektif Islam dalam menguruskan diri, organisasi serta perniagaan.
ABSTRACT
The Covid-19 pandemic that hit in early 2020 has had a major impact on the majority of entrepreneurs in Malaysia. The pandemic situation that has persisted since 2020 has triggered a slowdown in the country’s economy, especially for micro, small and medium traders and entrepreneurs. The strategic and dynamic approach emphasized in Islam is seen to provide solutions for individuals and entrepreneurs faced with economic turmoil during and after the Covid-19 pandemic. Conceptual study is used to identify the concept of wisdom and strategy of Islamic figures from the perspective of principles, ethics, knowledge and spirituality to solve business management problems in responding to the Covid-19 pandemic issues. The documentation method is used to obtain data related to the strategic wisdom of Islamic figures by referring to the Al-Quran, Hadith and Islamic history as authentic sources in building this concept. This formed strategy expresses the wisdom of the actions of Islamic entrepreneurs based on divine guidance through principles, ethics, knowledge and spirituality. In conclusion, the strategy concept highlighted in this study should be followed by Muslim entrepreneurs today to forge success based on an Islamic perspective in managing themselves, organizations and businesses.
Keywords: Covid-19 pandemic, strategy, Islamic entrepreneurship, wisdom, small and medium entrepreneurs
Impact of training and development and employee engagement on employee performance among medium manufacturing enterprises
No full textThis study\u27s overarching goal is to empirically examine how training and development impact employee performance in Malaysia\u27s medium-sized manufacturing enterprises (MMEs). A comprehensive questionnaire is used to collect the data from 280 employees of MMEs. This study conducted a cross-sectional survey, and the data were analyzed using SmartPLS 3.3.9 for multivariate statistical analysis. The partial least square structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM) method determines the relationship between exogenous and endogenous variables. The development of an integrated research framework was accomplished. According to the study\u27s findings, training and development affect employee performance. The research was conducted in MMEs, and the analysis is based on cross-sectional data that cannot be contextualized for a broader range of industries. The study results will assist policymakers, legislators, and MME management in lobbying for practical and well-articulated training and development strategies to improve employee engagement and performance. This study contributes to the body of knowledge by providing empirical evidence that training and development influence employee performance in Malaysian MMEs by combining essential parts of existing literature
STUDY ON KNOWLEDGE AND AWARENESS OF RECYCLING ACTIVITIES IN ULU MUDA, SIK, KEDAH
No full textRecycling is a practice decisive to a better future to avoid pollution that could change the world landscape and affect the lives of futuregenerations. This study was conducted to examine the knowledge and awareness of the Ulu Muda, Sik community on recycling practices. The descriptive study used random probability sampling whereby the sample size of the study was 30 respondents. Questionnaires were used as a medium to measure the level of knowledge and awareness of the community in the study area. In addition, interviews were also conducted to get an accurate picture and information on recycling practices among fishermen, traders and the local community. The findings of the study found that the respondents strongly agreed with the recycling activities carried out to preserve their environment although they have a moderate level of knowledge and awareness regarding recycling practices. In addition, an eco-friendly lifestyle is not yet a culture despite the environment is an important resource in ensuring the well-being of life. In this regard, its care and conservation should be on the agenda and practice of both urban and rural residents. Comprehensive involvement from all parties will provide an opportunity for them to practice, appreciate and cultivate environmentally friendly and recycling features in the school environment, home, local community, community and finally at the Malaysian national level. In conclusion, in order to raise awareness of recycling practices in the community, education and information need to be increased to the community.
PENDIGITALAN GALLERY WALK DENGAN APLIKASI JAMBOARD DAN GOOGLE MEET : KURSUS MALAYSIA DAN HUBUNGAN ANTARABANGSA SEMASA ENDEMIK COVID-19 DI MALAYSIA
No full textCOVID-19 telah memberi impak yang kuat kepada institusi pendidikan di seluruh dunia. Memandangkan kadar jangkitan sangat membimbangkan, Perintah Kawalan Pergerakan (PKP) telah dilaksanakan oleh kerajaan Malaysia sejak tahun 2020 dan seterusnya, dilanjutkan sehingga tahun 2021. Bagi mematuhi norma baharu, pelajar diarahkan untuk menghadiri kelas secara maya dari rumah. Namun demikian, guru-guru perlu mengekalkan masa pengajaran dan mematuhi objektif kursus pada prestasi tinggi melalui pembelajaran jarak jauh. Sebagai respons kepada iklim pembelajaran yang mencabar ini, pensyarah di Institut pendidikan Guru telah mempraktik pembelajaran digital dengan menggunakan Jamboard dengan Google meet untuk disepadukan dengan pendekatan kolaboratif gallery walk. Satu kajian kes telah dijalankan untuk meneroka pengalaman 12 orang guru pelatih dalam kursus sejarah, Malaysia Dan Hubungan Antarabangsa di Utara Malaysia setelah selesai kursus. Data telah dikumpul daripada temu bual dan perbincangan kumpulan serta pemerhatian berfokus. Seterusnya, analisis data dijalankan secara manual menggunakan kaedah pengekodan terbuka dan tematik. Dapatan kajian menemukan tiga tema iaitu 1) Pemampatan kandungan kursus 2) Kompetensi pelajar 3) Kompetensi pensyarah. Kajian ini mencadangkan keperluan warga pendidik untuk beralih kepada pembelajaran digital kerana dapatan menyokong mod pedagogi baharu ini selari dengan matlamat pembelajaran bermakna untuk memacu pembelajaran sepanjang hayat. Seterusnya, membangunkan warga yang berdaya saing dengan atribut abad ke-21 dan Revolusi Perindustrian Keempat.  
MENGEMBANGKAN POTENSI PEMBELAJARAN PELAJAR MELALUI PENTAKSIRAN DINAMIK DALAM TOPIK ELEKTROKIMIA
No full textKemajuan dalam bidang sains terutamanya kimia memainkan peranan penting dalam pembangunan sesebuah negara. Kimia yang merupakan salah satu daripada cabang sains asas telah memberi sumbangan yang signifikan kepada kehidupan manusia merentasi pelbagai bidang seperti pertanian, perubatan, kejuruteraan, industri tekstil, sumber tenaga dan sebagainya. Namun begitu subjek kimia sering dianggap sebagai satu subjek yang sukar dikuasai oleh kebanyakan pelajar kerana konsepnya yang bersifat abstrak seperti yang terdapat dalam topik elektrokimia. Pentaksiran dinamik merupakan satu pendekatan pentaksiran yang berpotensi digunakan untuk membantu pelajar menguasai konsep elektrokimia yang abstrak. Oleh kerana itu kajian ini dijalankan bertujuan untuk mengkaji impak pelaksanaan prosedur pentaksiran dinamik terhadap perkembangan potensi pembelajaran pelajar dalam topik elektrokimia. Sampel kajian terdiri daripada 10 orang pelajar yang sedang mengikuti pengajian peringkat matrikulasi. Prosedur pelaksanaan kajian ini dijalankan dalam lima fasa iaitu fasa ujian pra, fasa mediasi secara individu, fasa ujian pasca pertama, fasa mediasi secara berkumpulan dan fasa ujian pasca kedua. Tiga set soalan digunakan sebagai instrumen untuk mengukur perkembangan potensi pembelajaran pelajar. Analisis deskriptif dan LPS digunakan untuk melihat perkembangan pembelajaran yang berlaku kepada pelajar. Kajian ini mendapati bahawa pentaksiran dinamik dapat membantu mengembangkan potensi pembelajaran pelajar dalam topik elektrokimia. Kajian ini juga membuktikan bahawa pentaksiran dinamik memberi gambaran yang lebih tepat tentang potensi pembelajaran individu. 
Manikam Kalbu: Adat dan adab Melayu: (Manikam Kalbu: Malay customs and traditions)
No full textSastera remaja antara cabang yang perlu diberikan perhatian dalam mengetengahkan identiti Melayu sebagai landasan membentuk jati diri dan sahsiah yang berkualiti dalam diri seorang remaja. Masalah lambakan novel remaja yang mengangkat tema pornografi dan tidak menjaga ketertiban bahasa adalah permasalahan yang membimbangkan. Fenomena ini mentamsilkan keterbatasan pengarang dalam mengangkat persoalan yang relevan serta berunsurkan pendidikan khususnya untuk golongan remaja. Penelitian ini menjadikan novel Manikam Kalbu karya Faisal Tehrani sebagai teks kajian. Naskhah Manikam Kalbu telah diangkat sebagai pemenang tempat pertama dalam Sayembara Mengarang Novel sempena perayaan Jubli Emas Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka (DBP). Keunggulan novel ini turut terserlah apabila dipilih oleh panel penilai sebagai pemenang kategori novel remaja dalam Hadiah Sastera Perdana Malaysia (HSPM) sesi 2006/2007. Makalah ini bertujuan mengenal pasti elemen identiti Melayu yang diungkapkan dalam novel Manikam Kalbu. Pendekatan Sosiologi Sastera oleh Alan Swingewood dijadikan panduan dalam mendasari penelitian ini. Kaedah kualitatif diterapkan bagi mencapai objektif kajian, iaitu dengan menggunakan kaedah pengumpulan data dan kaedah analisis kandungan. Novel Manikam Kalbu menampilkan watak remaja yang ideal serta berupaya menjadi suri teladan kepada golongan pembaca khususnya remaja. Hasil kajian mendapati novel Manikam Kalbu menyerlahkan identiti Melayu seperti busana Melayu, adat Minang, adab memuliakan tetamu dan adat mengadap raja yang boleh mendekatkan golongan remaja pada usul bangsa dan memperkukuhkan jati diri mereka dalam era globalisasi ini
THE INTENTION OF ESCAPISM ON BINGE-WATCHING AMONG PENANGITES
No full textIn this advanced society, people are inseparable from technology. Smartphones, tablets, computers, TVS have all become necessities for modern people. The way we use media has recently changed dramatically. The purpose of this research is to study the intention of escapism on binge-watching among Penangites. Video on demand allows viewers to watch anytime and anywhere because of modern technology breakthroughs. More and more viewers are choosing to enjoy the video by subscribing to streaming services or online rather than on conventional broadcast networks. The rise of binge-watching is a result of technological advancement which has resulted in a shift away from routine programming and towards more flexible viewership. Despite the fact that there are severalresearchers who have performed in diverse contexts, only a few studies have focused on the intention of binge-watching among Malaysians, particularly Penangites. This conceptual study examines previous research and aims to study the intention of escapism binge-watching among Penangites. There were 200 respondents from Penang using the Raosoft sample size calculator and they were given online survey questionnaires as part of a quantitative research project. The acquired data were then examined in SPSS to determine the correlations (Pearson\u27s coefficient) and reliability (Cronbach\u27s Alpha). The result of the study indicates that most of the respondents show a positive view of the factor of escapism affecting their desire to binge-watch. It can be seen that the majority of the respondents agree that binge-watching may help them to escape from everyday life, seek relief from the unpleasant reality of everyday life, help them to temporarily get away from the grind, immerse themselves in the unreal world as well as give them more pleasure than other activities. Other than that, this research may help in showing that new advancements in media entertainment and the ensuing alterations in usage patterns bring opportunities as well as obstacles to media consumers. In addition, it may also help in future research to gain a deeper understanding of binge-watching as a novel form of media enjoyment as well as fresh perspectives on the intricate relationship between well-being and media use in general